2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 377 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Navara. (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Navara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 404 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |